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Switzerland hopes to seal updated trade deal with China early next year
ZURICH (Reuters) -Switzerland hopes to seal an updated free trade agreement with China in early 2026, Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said on Friday, following a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. China is Switzerland’s third-biggest...

Mercosur, Canada resume free trade agreement negotiations
Mercosur and Canada continue free trade agreement talks this Friday (Oct. 10) in Brasília. Chief negotiators and technical teams from Canada and the four Mercosur member countries (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay) are meeting at the...

Mercosur-Canada Trade Talks Restart to Strengthen Economic Ties
October 10, 2025 Hour: 4:38 am Representatives from the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and Canada began a new round of trade negotiations on Thursday in Brasília, resuming a process that started in 2018 and was halted due to the COVID-19...

Commerce Minister pushes Thailand beyond ‘Middle-Income Trap’ toward value-based economy
Commerce Minister Suphajee outlines “Quick Big Win” plan to modernize the economy using innovation, FTAs, and digital platforms. PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce, led by Minister Suphajee Suthumpun, has unveiled a plan to steer...

【SMM Aluminium Market Analysis】The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): Implications on the Global Aluminium Industry
The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): Implications on the Global Aluminium Industry What Is CBAM — And Why It’s Shaking Up Global Trade The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a policy introduced...

EU urged to stick to phased roll out of new EU border checks to prevent delays to trade
With the long-awaited implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) starting this Sunday (12 October), business group Logistics UK has said it is “essential” that the EU keeps its promise of a phased roll out, so that there are no delays to...

The New Pilgrimage Site for Stressed Bankers
Behind the center stands CEO and founder Bernd Dietel. The idea arose from his deep desire to rethink health and to create a place where the causes of illness are addressed rather than merely the symptoms. «In my personal environment, as well as...
More European Banks Start Cryptocurrency Services to Retail Customers Including Trading and Custody
In the wake of the European Union’s evolving regulatory framework, notably the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) legislation, major European banks are increasingly embracing cryptocurrency services tailored for retail customers. Since 2024, this...

India - EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA): A Landmark in India’s Global Economic Engagement
On 1 October 2025, the India - European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) came into effect, marking a significant milestone in India’s international trade and investment engagement. Signed on 10 March...

Michelin Key Hotels 2025: the top destinations in the world
For years, Michelin stars have been the thing that turns a good restaurant into a coveted destination. It’s a symbol that can send diners halfway across the world in search of the perfect bite. So, it was only a matter of time before Michelin...
Prominent Swiss Private Banking Figure Becomes Banque Cramer Chair
With a career CV that has seen him hold top risk management positions at banks such as LLB Group, EFG Bank and UBS, Reto Kunz is now chairman of this Geneva bank. Banque Cramer & Cie, a Geneva-headquartered private bank, has appointed senior Swiss...

Liberia: India–EFTA Economic Partnership Takes Effect, Paving the Way For $100 Billion In Investments
Ambassador of India to Liberia, H.E. Manoj Bihari Verma Monrovia – The India–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) officially came into effect on October 1, 2025, marking a historic milestone in...

Lambast him - or laugh at him: US Democrats divided about how to take on Trump
America's Democratic Party is having a rough time. Ever since losing control of the White House and Congress to Republicans in last November's elections, Democrats have had almost no say in US politics as President Donald Trump moves at breakneck...

Banks in Kyrgyzstan to pilot virtual asset wallet services for clients
15:08, 02 October 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Baktygul OSMONALIEVA 15:08, 02 October 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Baktygul OSMONALIEVA The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan initiated the adoption of a presidential...

India Engaged In Trade Talks With US, EU, New Zealand, Oman, Peru, Chile: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Sep 29: India is in discussions with the US, the EU, New Zealand, Oman, Peru and Chile for free trade agreements (FTAs), while Qatar and Bahrain have also expressed interest, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. India Already...

Business News | Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with EFTA Countries Will Be a Game Changer: JBM Group Vice Chairman
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force on Wednesday, representing a significant...

Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with EFTA countries will be a game changer: JBM Group Vice Chairman
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force on Wednesday, representing a significant...

China Seeks Greater Swiss Investment As Deal Talks Gain Pace
Home China China Seeks Greater Swiss Investment As Deal Talks Gain Pace Efforts to refresh the deal have previously stalled amid reports of concerns about China's human rights record. Switzerland is looking to wrap up an updated free trade deal...

Business News | India-EFTA 'Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement' Brings Capital, Technology and Jobs for India: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal stated that the landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States - Iceland,...

Trade treaty kicks in, Swiss govt seeks investment pact
EFTA Bloc nations pledged $100 billion investments in India under a new trade deal, with Switzerland seeking a bilateral investment treaty and Liechtenstein a double taxation avoidance agreement. Pharma giant Roche committed $1.8 billion,...